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Ing. Robert Martinec
2021-04-26

Conversion from Surface to Line Load Without Auxiliary Surface

I would like to convert the load from a surface load to a line load; that is, to apply it to the individual beams. How can I do this without using an auxiliary area?

Answer:

In RFEM and RSTAB, it is possible to automatically convert area loads into member or line loads. There are three options available for this:

  • Member loads from surface loads via plane
  • Member loads from surface loads via cells
  • Line loads from surface loads on openings
Steel Frame Structure with Surface Load
Steel Frame Structure with Surface Load

When converting surface loads into member loads, it is necessary to define a plane by using corner nodes or to select the corresponding cells in the graphic window. The surface load can be applied to the entire surface or, if necessary, to the effective area of the members, or to its projection.

Transfer from Surface Loads to Member Loads
Transfer from Surface Loads to Member Loads

You can find these functions in the program menu under Tools → Generate Loads.

Functions in Menu Tools → Generate Loads
Functions in Menu Tools → Generate Loads
Surface Loads on Effective Surface of Members only (for Example, Without Effect on Selected Members)
Surface Loads on Effective Surface of Members only (for Example, Without Effect on Selected Members)
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Ing. Martinec takes care of customer service and student licenses in the Czech office.

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